Before COVID-19, just outside of the Haven no-kill animal shelter located in Fairhope, Alabama, you would find groups of friends walking down the streets of downtown with their pets, carrying shopping bags from their recent shopping excursion, taking selfies and having a bite to eat at the hottest new eatery in town. Today there are no smiling faces on the streets, no dogs being walked by their owners, no hustle and bustle in the downtown community.
But it’s what’s happening inside The Haven that counts. With the recent threat of COVID-19, The Haven implemented some new safety steps like social distancing and curbside adoptions to help keep the customers, caregivers, and animals safe.
Kanga and Roo, two very young short-haired gray and black kittens, were homeless and hopeless. The teeny tiny kittens were transferred from a partnering animal control agency to The Haven. Our caregivers examined them and found no signs of injury or illness.
After the exam, the kittens needed a foster home. That same day Kango and Roo were on their way to their temporary home with a great foster mom Linda. She was so excited about getting the kittens she even let them sleep with her to help them feel safe and protected. Linda is always sending us very colorful and informative updates through her “itty bitty kitty reports.” Her most recent report shows these sisters thriving and enjoying their time with Linda.
“Pawstive” stories like Kanga and Roo’s are not possible without support from Alley Cat Allies, an International Advocacy Organization for cats based in Bethesda, Maryland. “The grant money is greatly appreciated and will be used to fund medical care, vaccinations, and supplies for The Haven’s Kitten Foster Program,” said Michael Graham, Executive Director for The Haven. “Our goal is to continue finding homeless pets loving homes and assist struggling families with pet food to prevent them from surrendering their pets,” said Graham.
The Haven is committed to ending pet homelessness and plans on continuing to utilize the new safe and trendy ways of helping homeless pets far into the future. The nonprofit is asking their community for donations to support their lifesaving work during the COVID-19 crisis and in the days, months to come.
About Alley Cat Allies
Alley Cat Allies, headquartered in Bethesda, Md., is the global engine of change for cats. Alley Cat Allies is the leading advocacy organization dedicated to protecting and improving the lives of all cats through its innovative, cutting-edge programs. Founded in 1990, today Alley Cat Allies has grown into a powerful force with over half a million supporters. The organization has helped and inspired countless individuals, communities, and other organizations to save and improve the lives of cats and kittens worldwide. Alley Cat Allies works with lawmakers, animal shelters, and the public to change attitudes and advance lifesaving policies that best serve the interests of cats. Alley Cat Allies’ website is www.alleycat.org, and the organization is active on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.